Zone Onion Dip

Indulge in the rich, savory goodness of Zone Onion Dip, a crowd-pleasing appetizer that elevates the classic onion dip to gourmet levels. This creamy dip features deeply caramelized yellow onions, cooked to golden perfection with a touch of sugar for enhanced sweetness. Blended seamlessly with cream cheese, sour cream, and a hint of mayonnaise, its velvety texture is perfectly balanced by aromatic seasonings like garlic and onion powder. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh chives, this dip is as visually enticing as it is delicious. Serve it alongside crunchy chips, crisp veggie sticks, or buttery crackers for the ultimate party snack or game-day treat. Ready in just 40 minutes and capable of serving 8, this recipe is your next go-to appetizer for any occasion.

Nutriscore Rating: 67/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 medium (about 1.5 pounds total) Yellow onions
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1.5 teaspoons (divided) Salt
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 8 ounces (softened) Cream cheese
• 1 cup Sour cream
• 0.5 cup Mayonnaise
• 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon Onion powder
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons (chopped, optional for garnish) Fresh chives

Directions

Step 1

Peel and thinly slice the yellow onions.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet over medium heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the sliced onions, 1 teaspoon of salt, and the sugar. Stir to coat the onions evenly.

Step 3

Cook the onions over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for 25-30 minutes or until deeply golden brown and caramelized. If they start to stick, add a splash of water to deglaze the pan.

Step 4

Remove the caramelized onions from the skillet and let them cool for about 5 minutes. Once cooled, finely chop the onions.

Step 5

In a medium mixing bowl, combine the cream cheese, sour cream, and mayonnaise. Mix until smooth and creamy.

Step 6

Stir in the caramelized onions, garlic powder, onion powder, remaining 1/2 teaspoon of salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly until well combined.

Step 7

Taste the dip and adjust salt and seasonings if needed.

Step 8

Transfer the dip to a serving bowl and garnish with chopped fresh chives, if using.

Step 9

Serve with chips, veggie sticks, or crackers. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	2668.7 grams (2668.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3224

Total Fat 240.30g	308%
Saturated Fat 89.40g	447%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.00g
Cholesterol 462mg	154%
Sodium 4760mg	207%
Total Carbohydrate 253.50g	92%
Dietary Fiber 36.30g	130%
Total Sugars 115.30g
Protein 44.80g	90%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 975mg	75%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 3358mg	71%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 64.4%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 30.2%